DINING
American
Atwood's Bakery
1125 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-445-5134
"Baking memories since 1977," this award winning bakery is a local favorite for fresh breads, delicate pastries, doughnuts, and elegant wedding cakes. Atwood's also offers a wonderful lunch special on Tuesday thru Saturday. Unique salads, deli sandwiches on fresh baked bread and delicious soups made from scratch. Hours : Tuesday & Wednesday 6AM-6PM, Thursday & Friday, 6AM-10PM, Saturday 6AM-4PM. They are closed Sunday and Monday. more... mapBistro On The Bayou
1321 Chappie James Avenue • Alexandria, LA 71301
At England Air Park
318-445-7574
An excellent choice for fine dining in the Alexandria area, the Bistro offers an interesting selection of fresh Gulf seafood, prime steaks and pasta dishes, all prepared with that special Louisiana touch. Restaurant and travelwriters and critics rate the Bistro on the Bayou "As good as the best in New Orleans." Lunch is served from 11:00 - 1:30, Monday through Friday, and offers more casual fare. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday. Private dining and meeting facilities are also available for parties of two to four hundred. more... mapCottage Restaurant
1465 Dorchester Drive • Alexandria, LA 71301
Inside MacArthur Village, next to Tuesday Morning
318-448-4220
A local favorite for lunch, this restaurant serves fine American cuisine and is known for their shrimp bisque. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch only; closed on Sunday. mapDiamond Grill
924 Third Street • Alexandria, LA 71301
Located in Downtown Alexandria
318-448-8989
Housed in a beautifully renovated turn-of-the-century building, Diamond Grill's upscale atmosphere pairs well with its wonderful menu. Fresh seafood, aged beef and delicious chef's specials can be enjoyed each night. The Mezzanine Bar offers an extensive wine and martini list. The third-floor dining room will accommodate all kinds of private events, holiday parties and corporate functions. mapLogan's Roadhouse
2820 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71301
318-443-3550
Eat your peanuts and throw the shells on the floor! This restaurant chain is perfect for families. The lively atmosphere and extensive menu will please young and old. mapSpirit's
1260-H Texas Avenue • Alexandria, LA 71301
One block off Jackson Street
318-445-4491
Spirits is indeed a local favorite.Whether you are meeting co-workers for lunch or looking for a relaxing dinner with family, Spirits offers it all. Famous for their fresh salads, they also serve delicious burgers and po-boys, pasta and fresh fish nightly. Live music every Wednesday night. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday, 11:00 until 2:30 and for dinner Tuesday thru Friday, 5:00 - 10:00. map
Bar-B-Que
Eddie's Bayou BBQ and Catering
1024 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-473-0306
Satisfy your craving for barbecue at this restaurant that specializes in delicious Cajun style barbecue complete with homemade side dishes. Complete catering services are available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more... mapJimmy J's Barnyard BBQ
U.S. Highway 65 • Alexandria, LALocated near Ball Foods Grocery Store in Ball
318-640-2990
A favorite for hot barbeque cooked over hickory and pecan, Jimmy J's makes their special barbeque sauce in small batches to insure freshness. The menu also includes 1/2 pound hamburgers and baked potatoes. Jimmy J's Barnyard BBQ is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. mapOutlaw's Barbecue
818 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-443-8723
This locally owned and operated restaurant serves great smoked beef, pork and chicken. Choose a platter with side orders or a sandwich with fries. Giant loaded baked potatoes are the best. A drive-thru makes to-go-orders very popular. Inside dining is casual and kid friendly. Open daily from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM. mapWestside Bar-B-Que
5828 Jackson Street • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-443-9607
Established in 1956, this family restaurant is the second oldest restaurant in Alexandria and specializes in homemade smoked sausage, as well as barbecue ribs, chicken, sliced beef, and ham. They also serve homemade potato salad, cole slaw, baked beans, and dirty rice. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and serve charbroiled Certified Angus Ribeye Steaks after 4 p.m. every day. Enjoy their complete catering menu. map
Chinese
Oriental Wok
6 North Bolton Avenue • Alexandria, LA 71301
near MacArthur Drive
318-448-8247
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, this busy restaurant offers Cantonese, Mandarin, Szechuan, Hunan and Shanghai specialties as well as a great sushi bar. Most popular dish is Tiny Spicy Chicken. map
Delis & Sandwich Shops
Critic's Choice
5208 Rue Verdun • Alexandria, LA 71303
Off Jackson Street Extension
318-445-1680
One of two locations in Alexandria serving delicious Philadelphia steak sandwiches, hoagies and oven grinders. Their second location is downtown at 415 Murray Street. Both restaurants are open for lunch Monday thru Friday from 10:30 until 2:00. For dinner, the Rue Verdun location is open Tuesday thru Saturday. Both locations are closed on Sunday. mapThe Main Dish and More
1426 Metro Drive • Alexandria, LA 71303
just off Jackson St.Ext.
318-448-1830
A terriffic casual lunch spot offering homemade soups, sandwiches, po-boys and salads. A hot lunch choice of lasagna or chicken and wild rice is also available. The Main Dish sells a large variety of "gourmet to go" items. Fresh and frozen casseroles, side dishes, soups, desserts and more....ready to heat and eat, making your busy life a little easier. more... map
Italian
Bellino's Restaurant
4619 A Jackson Street • Alexandria, LA 71301
Jackson Street Ext. next to Mac's Market
318-767-5980
Bellino's Restaurant offers homemade Italian cusine, thick steaks and fresh gulf seafood with a genuine New Orleans touch. Savor their overstuffed po-boys, seafood and great desserts. Also offers a top-of-the-line wine list. mapCarino's Italian Grill
3213 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-767-5942
This casual dining restaurant has a relaxed atmosphere that everyone loves. Carino's offers an extensive menu of what they call "country Italian cuisine." Appetizers include broiled stuffed mushrooms, hand-breaded calimari, and Italian nachos. If you are hungry for a little something more, traditional favorites like baked cheese tortellini, chicken marsala, baked lasagna, salads, paninis and pizza is also available. Carino's is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and curbside carry-out is offered. more... mapSuburban Garden
3322 Jackson Street • Alexandria, LA 71301
318-442-6947
A local favorite serving traditional Italian dishes for 60 years. Delicious ravioli, lasagne, spaghetti and fresh baked bread served by candlelight. You'll feel as if you have stepped back in time. Full bar adjacent to the main dining room. Open Tuesday thru Saturday from 4:30 until 10:30 PM. map
Mexican & Southwestern
El Reparo
550 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-487-0207
An extensive selection of Mexican dishes such as fajitas, chimichangas, chalupas, taquitos, and quesadillas are served at this restaurant that also offers children's plates, delicious margaritas, fine wines, and desserts. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. mapLos Portales
2071 North Mall Drive • Alexandria, LA 71301
Located Near Wal-Mart
318-443-5556
Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Los Portales serves authentic Mexican cuisine that is prepared daily. Menu items include such favorites as tacos, burritos, enchiladas, nachos, fajitas, and quesadillas. Over 30 combination plates are available to choose from. map
Pizza
Chuck E. Cheese's
1725 Metro Dr. • Alexandria, LA 71301
318-445-9843
Chuck E. Cheese's offers games, rides, prizes, food, and entertainment that children of all ages will love. The entire family will enjoy their freshly baked pizzas and garden fresh salad bar. Visit for everyday fun or they can host special occasions. This is truly "where a kid can be a kid." more... map
Regional & Franchised
Copeland's
2421 South McArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71301
318-449-3761
Serving authentic New Orleans style cuisines such as crawfish fettuccine, le club croissant, chicken alfredeaux, blackened shrimp, and crab stuffed catfish bordelaise. map
Seafood
Fant's Seafood
6300 Old Shreveport Highway • Tioga, LA 71360
318-640-6699
Nothing fancy, this local favorite offers good ol’ fried fish, shrimp, boiled crawfish, po-boys and burgers. Fant's is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. until 9:30 p.m.Robbie G's
5859 Jackson Street Extension • Alexandria, LA 71303
318-443-8621
Delicious fried and grilled seafood, boiled crawfish and ice-cold beer. This small and informal restaurant has a laid back atmosphere and many repeat customers. Serving lunch Tuesday thru Friday and dinner Tuesday thru Saturday. mapTunk's Cypress Inn
9507 Highway 28 West • Alexandria, LA 71409
Eight Miles Past the Coliseum
318-487-4014
Locals flock to this well known establishment for a great selection of seafood items including oysters, shrimp, alligator, crawfish and delicious steaks. Perched on the banks of beautiful Lake Kincaid, you can enjoy the oyster bar which features live music nightly or bring a crowd to one of the three banquet rooms. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. more... map
Southern
Lee J's on the Levee
208 Main Street, Pineville • Alexandria, LA 71360
Near Downtown Alexandria
318-487-4628
This daily lunch buffet very popular with downtown business men and women. Great southern cooking from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM, Monday thru Friday. The dining room is also available for rehearsal dinners, school banquets and corporate meetings. mapParadise Catfish Kitchen
4820 Monroe Highway • Pineville, LA 71405
318-640-5032
Welcome to Paradise, a fantastic place to enjoy fried catfish! Throw your peanut shells on the floor while you sip on fresh brewed sweet tea. Paradise Catfish also features a great salad bar. map
Steaks & Chops
Outback Steakhouse
3217 MacArthur Drive • Alexandria, LA 71301
318-442-0303
No rules, just right. This popular franchise serves great steaks and has a lively bar. Plan ahead, it's usually crowded. mapSammy's
3805 Halsey Street • Alexandria, LA 71301
Just off MacArthur Drive
318-445-5125
This locally owned restaurant has been serving great steaks, baby-back ribs and fresh seafood for over 10 years. Open Monday thru Thursday evenings from 5:00 until 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday evenings until 10:00. A lunch buffet is available Monday thru Friday from 11:00-2:00. A banquet room is available for meetings and receptions. map
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